Vivo officially launched the Vivo Y29 5G in India, following the release of its predecessor, the Vivo Y28 5G, earlier this year. With improved features and competitive pricing, Vivo aims to provide an affordable 5G smartphone for users looking for modern connectivity and reliable performance.
It features a 6.68-inch LCD punch-hole display, offering an HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. This ensures smooth scrolling and vibrant visuals, making it ideal for everyday use. For added convenience, Vivo has placed a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
Additionally, the phone comes with an IP64 rating, which protects it from dust and water splashes. Its lightweight and compact design, measuring 165.75 x 76.1 x 8.1 mm and weighing 198 grams, ensures it is easy to carry and comfortable to use.
The Vivo Y29 comes in Glacier Blue, Titanium Gold, and Diamond Black colors.
Inside, Vivo has included the Dimensity 6300 chipset to ensure smooth multitasking and reliable 5G performance. The phone comes in multiple configurations, offering up to 8 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of internal storage. The dedicated microSD card slot provides additional flexibility if users need more storage.
Running on FunTouch OS 14 based on Android 14, the Y29 5G delivers a simple and user-friendly experience, making it easy to navigate and use daily.
Vivo has equipped the Y29 5G with an 8MP front camera for photos and videos, making it great for selfies and video calls. On the back, the phone features a 50MP main camera, a 0.08MP supporting lens, and a Dynamic Light LED flash.
To keep users connected throughout the day, the Vivo Y29 5G includes a 5,500 mAh battery, which supports 44W fast charging. This allows the phone to charge quickly, reducing downtime.
Vivo offers the device in four variants: the 4 GB + 128 GB version is priced at $165, the 6 GB + 128 GB at $190, the 8 GB + 128 GB at $200, and the 8 GB + 256 GB model at $235.
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2×2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| OS | Android 15, Funtouch 15 |
| Supported Networks | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE, 5G |
| Display | 6.68 inches, IPS LCD, 90Hz, 1000 nits (HBM) |
| RAM | 4 GB, 6GB, 8GB |
| Storage | 128 GB, 256GB |
| Card Slot | Yes |
| Main Camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.95″, 0.8µm, PDAF Auxiliary lens |
| Front Camera | 8 MP |
| Colors | Glacier Blue, Titanium Gold, Diamond Black |
| Fingerprint sensor | Side-mounted |
| Battery | 5,500 mAh, 44W wired charging |
| Price | $165 |